F0117 - Logs were deleted for the & ID &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Logs were deleted for the & ID &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0117 - Logs were deleted for the & ID & ?

  The SAP error message F0117, which states "Logs were deleted for the & ID &," typically indicates that the system has deleted log entries for a specific ID, which could be related to financial transactions or other processes. This message can arise in various contexts, often related to the financial module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Log Deletion: The logs for a specific ID have been deleted either manually or through a scheduled job. This can happen due to data archiving processes or retention policies set in the system.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to automatically delete logs after a certain period or when certain conditions are met.
  User Action: A user with the appropriate permissions may have deleted the logs intentionally or accidentally.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Log Retention Settings: Review the configuration settings for log retention in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's data retention policies.
  Review Deletion Jobs: Check if there are any scheduled jobs that might be deleting logs. You can do this by looking at transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if any jobs have run that could have caused the deletion.
  Restore Logs: If logs are critical for your operations, consider restoring them from a backup if available. This may require assistance from your SAP Basis team.
  Audit User Actions: If the deletion was unintentional, audit user actions to determine who deleted the logs and why. This can help prevent future occurrences.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for F0117 in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Permissions: Ensure that only authorized users have the ability to delete logs to prevent accidental deletions in the future.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide more tailored guidance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.